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MD HB397
MD HB397Criminal Procedure - Expungement - Failure to Obey a Court Order to Report to Confinement
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Introduced
01/22/2026
01/22/2026
In Committee
01/22/2026
01/22/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Authorizing a person to file a petition for expungement of a conviction of failure to obey a court order to report to a place of confinement; and prohibiting a person from filing a petition for expungement of a conviction of failure to obey a court order to report to a place of confinement until 15 years after the completion of the sentence.
AI Summary
This bill allows individuals convicted of failing to obey a court order to report to confinement to petition for expungement, meaning the record of that conviction can be removed or sealed. However, it establishes a waiting period of 15 years after the completion of the sentence before such a petition can be filed, providing a significant timeframe for rehabilitation and demonstrating a commitment to adhering to court orders. Expungement is a legal process that allows certain criminal records to be erased or hidden from public view, making it easier for individuals to move forward with their lives without the burden of past convictions.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
House Judiciary Hearing (13:00:00 3/3/2026 ) (on 03/03/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0397?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/hb/hb0397f.pdf |
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